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Laminated Sweet Dreams

May 8, 2015 | 100 Comments

Good morning everyone. Welcome to Day 5 of Quilter’s Newsletter’s blog tour. I so love that you are here. I’m privileged to have my little laminated quilt hanger featured in Quilter’s Newsletter Best Kids Quilts issue, 2015.

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Working with Quilter’s Newsletter is a joy; special thanks to Lori Baker, Mary Kate Karr-Petras and Caitlin Dickey. Lovely ladies.

Like many of you, hands down, my favourite quilt to design is for a child. Sweet dreams is a simple, child-themed project that conveniently hangs on your kid’s headboard, footboard or on the side of a daybed.

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The six pockets can hold books, small toys and treasures; secret storage for your wee one. The quilt front is made of Riley Blake laminated cottons…the fabric line is called Floriography. Machine embroidery embellishes the little bed hanger but you don’t necessarily have to follow my lead – you can skip the embroidery altogether or choose only to applique designs on the top pockets.

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Stitching with laminate is not at all difficult. I’ve compiled a list of hints that accompany my project on pages 19, 20 and 21 of the issue. It’s chock full of 22 patterns and you can purchase a copy here.

Leave me a comment on my blog. I will choose two winners randomly and Quilter’s Newsletter will award two very lucky quilters each a fabric bundle aptly entitled Sweet Things by Northcott.

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In addition, if you leave me a comment AND sign up to subscribe to my email blog, I will choose one new subscriber to receive this fabulous pile of quilt magazines, which includes Best Kids Quilts. Double the fun!

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Comments will be accepted until Monday, May 11, 2015 at midnight MST. Good luck to everyone and thank you so very much for taking the time to stop by.

Till later….

Kim

Two other quilters are featured today on this blog tour. You can check out their posts by clicking on their names – Kate Colleran and Mary Kate Karr-Petras.

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Filed Under: Decorating with Quilts, Magazine quilts, Quilt Patterns, Quilts and Machine Embroidery |

Comments

  1. Anita says

    May 8, 2015 at 11:30 am

    A lovely project; thanks for the giveaway!

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  2. Quilting Jeannie Z says

    May 8, 2015 at 3:27 pm

    What cute fabrics, so colorful! I’d like to incorporate them into a child’s quilt! Thanks for taking part in the Blog Hop. I will sign up for your e-mail blog. Nice to meet you.

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  3. Jennifer says

    May 8, 2015 at 3:54 pm

    Your design is brilliant! I’ve hesitated to work with the laminates but now I’m eager to get going! Can’t wait to get my hands on this issue!

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  4. Barbara Spurr says

    May 8, 2015 at 3:59 pm

    What a great design to help with organizing…..very cute!! Thanks for the chance to win!

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  5. MoeWest says

    May 8, 2015 at 4:17 pm

    Your sweet dreams project is very cute! Kids like to have their treasures close by.

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  6. Rhonda D says

    May 8, 2015 at 4:20 pm

    Your project would be so useful especially to new moms.

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  7. Margaret Schindler says

    May 8, 2015 at 4:23 pm

    What cute ideas you have. I love all the different ways you use embroidery in your rag quilts. I signed up for your newsletter.

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  8. NancyB from Many LA says

    May 8, 2015 at 4:37 pm

    I really like this – think I’ll have to make one! LOL!

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  9. Lee says

    May 8, 2015 at 4:47 pm

    Great projects! thank you!

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  10. Rochelle says

    May 8, 2015 at 4:57 pm

    That is such a cute idea. I’ve made some hangers for the crib to put diapers, powder, etc. in but this looks a lot easier and will last. Thank you.

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  11. SueZ says

    May 8, 2015 at 5:06 pm

    Very cute project. Love the colors! Thank you for sharing!

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  12. Debbie P says

    May 8, 2015 at 5:20 pm

    This is such a cute project and so useful!! Thanks!

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  13. JoyceLM says

    May 8, 2015 at 5:32 pm

    Terrific project – thanks for sharing & thanks for the chance to win.

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  14. Bethany B says

    May 8, 2015 at 5:37 pm

    What a cute pattern/project. The fabricas are cute too – I envision a table runner or maybe some mug rugs with that cupcake print!

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  15. teri says

    May 8, 2015 at 5:54 pm

    I’ve been wanting to work with laminated fabrics but not sure how to start. thank you.

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  16. Kathy Davis says

    May 8, 2015 at 6:17 pm

    I spy some fabric I could use in my I SPY quilts that I make for local fundraisers.

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  17. Kathy Davis says

    May 8, 2015 at 6:19 pm

    I subscribed to your email.

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  18. Chris says

    May 8, 2015 at 6:23 pm

    Great fabrics and project. I love it.

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  19. Doris McCarty says

    May 8, 2015 at 6:24 pm

    I need to make this! I really like it. Thank you!

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  20. Chris says

    May 8, 2015 at 6:24 pm

    I signed up for Email

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  21. Janie says

    May 8, 2015 at 6:31 pm

    Love your project. Especially the turtles. Thank you so much for the giveaways!

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  22. Quilting Tangent says

    May 8, 2015 at 6:40 pm

    Signed up!

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  23. Quilting Tangent says

    May 8, 2015 at 6:41 pm

    Cute quilt, love the pockets.

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  24. Katy M says

    May 8, 2015 at 7:40 pm

    What a great idea for a quilt! I’ve signed up for your emails too, thanks for the chance to win x

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  25. Jocelyn says

    May 8, 2015 at 8:02 pm

    Very cute! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  26. Marilyn Logan says

    May 8, 2015 at 8:05 pm

    Love the fabrics

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  27. Sharon Aurora says

    May 8, 2015 at 8:46 pm

    What a cool idea for a quilt, and very pretty colors.

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  28. Britney Chrisinger says

    May 8, 2015 at 9:42 pm

    Cutesy Fabric!

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  29. Dot H says

    May 8, 2015 at 9:45 pm

    Cute for organizing small items.

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  30. Anna Lutz-Brown says

    May 8, 2015 at 9:46 pm

    VEry nice idea and very useful too….ty for sharing……

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  31. Sandy K says

    May 8, 2015 at 9:46 pm

    Cute idea. I love the ric rac trims.

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  32. Vicki H says

    May 8, 2015 at 9:48 pm

    The pockets are adorable.

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  33. Cheryl says

    May 8, 2015 at 10:01 pm

    Love it! It is so sweet. Thanks for the chance.

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  34. Linda Webster says

    May 8, 2015 at 11:12 pm

    very cute quilt – such a fun way to organize some small items! I’ve signed up to receive your blog posts by email.

    wlinda_ca at yahoo dot com

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  35. craftygramma says

    May 8, 2015 at 11:13 pm

    This is adorable. Sew cute. I might even make one for me!!

    thanks

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  36. Diane Kowal says

    May 8, 2015 at 11:26 pm

    Thank You for the giveaway!! Love the fabrics, and project!!

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  37. LeAnne L says

    May 8, 2015 at 11:41 pm

    That’s a really cute idea — and so useful.

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  38. MaryLou says

    May 9, 2015 at 12:17 am

    This is a great project for a child’s room. Thanks for the giveaway! 🙂

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  39. Lisa Marie says

    May 9, 2015 at 12:26 am

    Your project is very cute and clever! I love the giveaway — I am crazy for both quilting magazines and colorful and interesting prints. Thanks for the chance!

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  40. Linda Brown says

    May 9, 2015 at 12:30 am

    What pretty fabric….so bright

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  41. Linda Brown says

    May 9, 2015 at 12:30 am

    I just signed up for your email….

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  42. Sue Salo says

    May 9, 2015 at 12:58 am

    I didn’t know about laminate fabrics. Thanks for the idea!

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  43. Melody Lutz says

    May 9, 2015 at 1:06 am

    Cute cute and extra cute!

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  44. Lori Morton says

    May 9, 2015 at 1:13 am

    LOVE these fun prints! How sweet!!!
    Thanks for chance to win! 🙂

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  45. Lori Morton says

    May 9, 2015 at 1:14 am

    I signed up for your emails too!! 🙂 Thanks for chance to win the cool Bundle of magazines too!! Yay!

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  46. Bridget says

    May 9, 2015 at 1:39 am

    Perfect to help my granddaughter keep her room tidy. I signed up tor your emails.

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  47. Darlene Marsden says

    May 9, 2015 at 1:53 am

    You are very creative I love the organizer and so pretty in pink

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  48. Cecilia says

    May 9, 2015 at 2:19 am

    What a great idea! I might have to make some for my granddaughters for when the visit me.

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  49. Verna says

    May 9, 2015 at 2:24 am

    I could use something like this to help me stay organized!

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  50. Kathy E says

    May 9, 2015 at 3:08 am

    What a perfect design for a child! I know my kids (now grown) would’ve loved having hanging pockets near their bed for all of their “treasures”. I would love to make one for my grandchild!

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  51. Kathy E says

    May 9, 2015 at 3:10 am

    I have signed up to receive email blog updates and look forward to your news and projects.

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  52. Janet T says

    May 9, 2015 at 3:17 am

    Great idea. Need to make one of those. I also signed up for you eblog.

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  53. Michelle Olsen says

    May 9, 2015 at 3:32 am

    What an adorable & girly project! Thanks for the chance to win! mto2golsen (at) gmail (dot) com

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  54. Jenelle Boxberger says

    May 9, 2015 at 5:22 am

    fun project and I know a grand daughter who would love something like that. Thanks for the chance to win your fun gift.

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  55. Heather J says

    May 9, 2015 at 9:18 am

    What a lovely project to keep things organized. Thanks for the chance.

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  56. Connie says

    May 9, 2015 at 10:32 am

    I could always use another idea for organization. thank you for the chance to win some fabric

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  57. usairdoll says

    May 9, 2015 at 11:42 am

    What a clever and darling hanger! Would love one on my bed ;-D

    Awesome giveaway!

    usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com

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  58. Debby says

    May 9, 2015 at 11:48 am

    What a cute design. I signed up for both give-always because it would be awesome to win either prize. Thanks for the chance.

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  59. Marsha says

    May 9, 2015 at 11:52 am

    New grandmother to be this summer twins are coming. Would love to win your fabric and love the idea, something different than a quilt yet practical. Will head over to sign up for your blog.

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    • kimhanson says

      May 9, 2015 at 4:45 pm

      Thanks so much Marsha.

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  60. carol says

    May 9, 2015 at 12:00 pm

    Love this idea to help a little one start learning organization. Nice giveaway.

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  61. Diane Petro says

    May 9, 2015 at 12:14 pm

    Love this fabric selection. Would love to use on a quilt for a sweet granddaughter.

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    • kimhanson says

      May 9, 2015 at 4:44 pm

      Diane – you have a point! Floriography comes in cottons too so it would make for a beautiful and sweet quilt for a sweet girl.

      Reply
  62. Susan says

    May 9, 2015 at 12:52 pm

    Cute idea and great fabrics. Brights are so great for kids.

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  63. Cindy huffman says

    May 9, 2015 at 1:04 pm

    What a cute and unique idea!!

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  64. Anelda Smith says

    May 9, 2015 at 1:08 pm

    Very useful project. Thanks!

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  65. Glynn Martin says

    May 9, 2015 at 1:16 pm

    Thanks for the opportunity to win adorable fabric and quilt magazines!

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  66. Lynn D in NC says

    May 9, 2015 at 1:41 pm

    I love your project, what little girl wouldn’t like to have one of these for her treasures.

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    • kimhanson says

      May 9, 2015 at 4:43 pm

      Thank you so much Lynn.

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  67. Judi M says

    May 9, 2015 at 2:38 pm

    Love the fabrics, would love to win.

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  68. Laura F. says

    May 9, 2015 at 2:44 pm

    I would love to win this!!
    Thaks so much!

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  69. Lars says

    May 9, 2015 at 2:45 pm

    This is a beutiful prize. Thanks!

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  70. Laura F. says

    May 9, 2015 at 2:47 pm

    Thanks for the chance to win.

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  71. Sherry B says

    May 9, 2015 at 3:06 pm

    What a cute idea…great place to stash kid-friendly items, especially if it is hung low enough for them to reach. Love your idea!

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    • kimhanson says

      May 9, 2015 at 4:42 pm

      Exactly Sherry. It’s for the child’s treasures for sure.

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  72. Richard says

    May 9, 2015 at 3:16 pm

    Clever project for a child’s room. And thanks for the chance for more fabric!

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    • kimhanson says

      May 9, 2015 at 4:42 pm

      Richard – more fabric is always a good thing.

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  73. Kristy says

    May 9, 2015 at 4:24 pm

    The Sweet Dreams project is not only adorable but practically useful! Thanks for sharing and for the giveaway chance!

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    • kimhanson says

      May 9, 2015 at 4:41 pm

      Thank you so much Kristy. Nice to have you here.

      Reply
  74. Kristy says

    May 9, 2015 at 4:25 pm

    Signed up to receive emails too! Thanks again!

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  75. Jill Hicks says

    May 9, 2015 at 4:31 pm

    I like your cute project. Working with laminate fabric would be a new experience for me.

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    • kimhanson says

      May 9, 2015 at 4:41 pm

      Jill thanks so very much. You would love working with laminates.

      Reply
  76. cheryl says

    May 9, 2015 at 4:53 pm

    Useful AND cute!

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  77. Jo says

    May 9, 2015 at 5:04 pm

    What a cool idea – I could do with one like that myself, never mind the kids!

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  78. Lori Smanski says

    May 9, 2015 at 7:09 pm

    what a sweet give away. thanks. I am a new subscriber.

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  79. auschick says

    May 9, 2015 at 7:43 pm

    I have some laminates that I need to get using!

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  80. Nancy Hilderbrand says

    May 9, 2015 at 9:36 pm

    Love the fabric and it would be a great prize

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  81. Barb K. says

    May 9, 2015 at 10:05 pm

    Nice organizer and nice fabric!

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  82. Lucy F says

    May 10, 2015 at 12:49 am

    Thanks for such a sweet giveaway!

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  83. Jessica P. says

    May 10, 2015 at 1:07 pm

    I love the cupcake fabric! I really like your pocket organizer. I need to make one for each of my kids. I think they would really enjoy having them on the back of their doors.

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    • kimhanson says

      May 10, 2015 at 10:39 pm

      Jessica – that is really good idea! This project would easily convert to hanging over the back of a door.

      Reply
  84. Norma says

    May 10, 2015 at 2:48 pm

    Great cupcake fabric collection!

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    • kimhanson says

      May 10, 2015 at 10:39 pm

      Yes Norma it certainly is. It will make a fabulous giveaway for sure.

      Reply
  85. Annmarie says

    May 10, 2015 at 2:54 pm

    This has been such a fun blog tour. Sweet Dreams is a very good idea – love it!

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    • kimhanson says

      May 10, 2015 at 10:38 pm

      So lovely to have you stop by Annmarie.

      Reply
  86. LINDA says

    May 10, 2015 at 4:58 pm

    HELLO,SUCH NEAT PROJECTS!
    THANKS SO FOR SHARING!

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  87. Joyce Carter says

    May 10, 2015 at 8:28 pm

    Such a cute project! I have never worked with laminates before. Thank you for your giveaway. I have signed up for both.

    Reply
  88. Rose Santuci-Sofranko says

    May 10, 2015 at 9:26 pm

    Oh my gosh, those fabrics are so cute! Thanks and God bless!

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    • kimhanson says

      May 10, 2015 at 10:38 pm

      Thank you so very much Rose.

      Reply
  89. Patricia Matula says

    May 10, 2015 at 11:59 pm

    I love that fabric! Sweet things with no calories are right up my alley:)

    Reply

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